Twins vs. Royals Predictions & Picks: Odds, Moneyline - August 14

Wednesday's contest at Target Field has the Minnesota Twins (67-52) taking on the Kansas City Royals (65-55) at 1:10 PM ET (on August 14). Our computer prediction projects a close 5-4 victory for the Twins, so expect a tight matchup.

The probable starters are Louie Varland for the Twins and Cole Ragans (9-7) for the Royals.

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Twins vs. Royals Game Info & Odds

• When: Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 1:10 PM ET
• Where: Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota
• How to Watch on TV: MLB Network
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Twins vs. Royals Score Prediction

• Our prediction for this contest is Twins 5, Royals 4.

Total Prediction for Twins vs. Royals

• Total Prediction: Over 8 runs

Explore More About This Game

Twins Performance Insights

• In eight games as the favorite over the last 10 matchups, the Twins have a record of 5-3.
• When it comes to hitting the over, Minnesota and its opponents are 6-3-1 in its last 10 games with a total.
• This season, the Twins have won 48 out of the 77 games, or 62.3%, in which they've been favored.
• Minnesota has entered 86 games this season favored by -110 or more and is 54-32 in those contests.
• The moneyline for this contest implies a 52.4% chance of a victory for the Twins.
• Minnesota has scored 587 runs this season, which ranks fifth in MLB.
• The Twins' 4.12 team ERA ranks 18th across all league pitching staffs.

Royals Performance Insights

• In three games as the underdog over the last 10 matchups, the Royals have a record of 1-2.
• In its previous 10 games with a total, Kansas City and its opponents have combined to exceed the over/under on nine occasions.
• The Royals have been underdogs in 58 games this season and have come away with the win 26 times (44.8%) in those contests.
• Kansas City has a mark of 26-32 in contests where oddsmakers favor it by -110 or worse on the moneyline.
• The moneyline set for this matchup implies the Royals have a 52.4% chance of walking away with the win.
• Kansas City scores the ninth-most runs in baseball (573 total, 4.8 per game).
• The Royals have the 10th-best ERA (3.90) in the majors this season.

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